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How to Use RAND() in Google Sheets
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How To Actually Use RAND() in Sheets
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Try RAND yourself
In cell A1, use the RAND() formula to generate a random number between 0 and 1. The result should be a decimal value greater than or equal to 0 and less than 1.
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Remember, RAND() does not take any arguments.
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The result will change every time the sheet recalculates.
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